Our Neighborhood in Addis Ababa

As we previously mentioned, we are staying on the campus of Hope University, which is located in the Jemmo neighborhood on the outskirts of Addis Ababa.  We have learned that just 5 years ago, this area was primarily teff fields.  Now it is home to an emerging public housing community and many small businesses ( a number of which were started by micro loans from the government) that seamlessly intertwine with the vestiges of a rural community.  We hope these photos show a bit of this beautiful community we are so lucky to be a part of!

Right outside the campus gate.

Right outside the campus gate.

 

Max, Noah, and Caleb run/hike up this in the morning to catch the sunrise.

Max, Noah, and Caleb run/hike up this mountain in the morning to catch the sunrise.

The boys need an internet fix.

The boys need an internet fix.

 

Soccer, soccer, everywhere

Soccer, soccer, everywhere

Playing in the courtyard of our apartment building

Playing in the courtyard of our apartment building

Hope University campus auditorium

Hope University campus auditorium

 

 

 

3 Comments

  1. joan engelmeyer

    Fantastic!

  2. Grandma, Leah and Michael

    Great pictures!!!!Michael and I wish we were there to run up the hill with you all.
    It is nice for us to see where you are living. Thanks for posting the pictures.

    Love to you all

  3. Martha

    I am so excited for your family and this adventure. Thank you so much for helping us Skype our family in Ethiopia. E is so happy about it.